Four suspects arrested for the deaths of Veronica Butler, 27, and Jilian Kelley, 39.

Motive Revealed in Court Documents

Court documents released shed light on the alleged motive and evidence behind the murder-kidnapping case of two women from Kansas. According to prosecutors, the affidavit of probable cause for the arrest warrants of the four suspects reveals significant details.

Custody Battle Unravels

Veronica Butler was engaged in a contentious custody battle with Tifany Adams’ son, the grandmother of Butler’s children. The battle, which began in February 2019, escalated as legal recordings highlighted alleged death threats made by Adams’ son and his partner, Tad Cullum, against Butler.

Disappearance on Custody Exchange Day

On March 30, the day of the women’s disappearance, Jilian Kelley was tasked with supervising Butler’s court-ordered custody exchange with Adams. Adams claimed Butler canceled the exchange, but investigations found inconsistencies.

Abandoned Vehicle Unveils Clues

Authorities discovered Butler and Kelley’s abandoned vehicle near the Kansas border in rural Oklahoma. Blood evidence and personal items were found at the scene, including Butler’s glasses and a pistol magazine inside Kelley’s purse.

Alleged Involvement of Anti-Government Group

Married couple Cora and Cole Twombly, along with Adams and Cullum, allegedly belong to an anti-government group named God’s Misfits. An unnamed teen reported the Twomblys’ involvement to investigators, mentioning burner phones and Cora’s alleged admission of guilt.

Legal Proceedings Await

The four suspects remain in custody and are set to appear in court for the first time on Wednesday.

Bodies Discovered in Texas

Amid the investigation, authorities recovered two bodies in rural Texas. The bodies will undergo examination to determine identification and cause of death.

As investigations continue, the community awaits justice for Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley.

*Source: *NEWS.ORG* News*

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